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St. Margaret’s Episcopal School is dedicated to fostering curiosity, empathy, work ethic, and, most of all, creativity. They employ a vigorous STEM education, encouraging students to engage and explore their gifts. This institution offers a thriving artistic experience for students, from connections to the finest of the industry to a curriculum that helps them explore their creativity. Their small student-to-teacher ratio ensures the quality of education for each student. St. Margaret’s Episcopal School admission requirements are:
1. Submitting an application on their website and paying the application fee.
2. Parent/Guardian Statement.
3. Student Statement.
4. Current school transcript.
5. ISEE or SSAT scores.
6. Teacher recommendations.
7. Register for an Applicant Interview.
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Address: 31641 La Novia Avenue, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
St. Margaret’s Episcopal School Admissions Website: https://www.smes.org/admission/welcome
Student Population: 1,234
Early Childhood: 74 | Lower School: 380 | Middle School: 305 | Upper School: 475
Average Class Size: Early Childhood: 10-12 | Lower School: 18-24 | Middle School: 16 | Upper School: 16
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Open House and Event Dates: Tartan Athletics Information Night
September 12, 2025
Early School Discovery Morning
September 24, 2025
October 22, 29, 2025
November 5, 2025
Lower School Admission Discovery Morning
October 7, 28, 2025
Lower School Admission Parent Discovery Morning
October 28, 2025
Kindergarten & Grade 1 Sneaker Tours
Mondays • 10:00–11:00 a.m.
Middle School Sneaker Tours
Wednesdays • 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Upper School Sneaker Tours
Tuesdays & Thursdays • 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Open House
Upper School Open House: October 25
Middle School Open House: November 6
Kindergarten & Grade 1 Open House: November 13
Application Deadline: 2/1/2026
Testing Policy: Applicants are required to submit SSAT or ISEE scores.
Essay Questions: Applications require parent and student statements to be completed, which can be found on the admissions portal.
Interview Importance: High
St. Margaret’s Episcopal School College Counseling Department: https://www.smes.org/academics/academic-program/college-counseling